🍮 The Perfect Flan: Creamy, Smooth, and Super Easy to Make! #2

🥄 Mixing Gently: Less Air, More Creaminess

Here’s where many people go wrong: incorporating too much air into the mixture, which causes the unwanted bubbles ("furinhos").

Pro tip:

Avoid blending at high speed. Use a whisk or blend on the lowest setting — just enough to combine the ingredients.

How to do it:

In a large bowl, mix the condensed milk, whole milk, and eggs.
Stir gently until well combined.
For an extra-smooth texture, you can strain the mixture to remove any bits of egg white.

🔥 The Secret is in the Water Bath

Baking the flan slowly and gently is key. The bain-marie (water bath) with hot water and a low oven temperature is what creates that ultra-creamy texture with no bubbles.

How to do it:

Cover the flan mold tightly with aluminum foil.
Place it in a larger baking dish filled halfway with hot water.
Bake in a preheated oven at 320°F (160 °C) for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until set (insert a toothpick — it should come out clean).
Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before refrigerating.
Chill for at least 6 hours (or overnight) before unmolding.

❄️ How to Unmold It Without Breaking

Once chilled, run a knife gently around the edges of the flan. Place the mold over low heat for about 10 seconds to slightly melt the caramel, then carefully invert onto a serving plate.

Voilà! Your flan will be glossy, smooth, and — most importantly — bubble-free!

👩‍🍳 Extra Tips for Flan Perfection

Use fresh eggs for the best flavor and texture.

Don’t overbeat the eggs — this introduces air.

Keep the oven temperature low to prevent bubbles.

Don’t overbake — an overcooked flan will be firm and rubbery.

🎉 When to Serve It?

Flan is a wonderfully versatile dessert:

Family Sunday lunches

Birthday parties

Holiday dinners

Or anytime you need a sweet treat!

It pleases everyone and pairs well with just about any occasion.

📝 Conclusion: You’re Just Steps Away from the Perfect Flan

Making a flan that’s creamy, smooth, and bubble-free isn’t hard — it just takes attention to detail and a bit of love. With this guide and the tips above, you’ll never have to settle for a flawed flan again.

So next time you're in the mood to wow your family or just treat yourself to a classic dessert done right, remember: make the perfect flan! 🍮